Warning issued by police over distraction burglaries

0 Have your say Residents are being warned to be on their guard over distraction burglaries.
A man entered the unlocked home of an elderly resident in North Shields town centre at around 2pm on Tuesday, claiming to be a gardener.
He offered to do some work but when he was refused, asked to use the toilet instead, going upstairs and leaving a short time later.
Police say it is not clear if anything has been stolen.
Officers are investigating and carrying out house to house enquiries in the area.
The offender is described as white, aged 19 to 25, approximately 5ft 5ins tall, slim build, with... read more

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